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The Cuban

Bar Cocktail bar

Cuban tapas dishes and grills combine with Cubano sandwiches on the menu of this stylish bar. People often mention Cuban, night, bouncers, security, club, friends, people, staff,


Address

41b, 43 High St, Canterbury CT1 2RY, United Kingdom

Website

www.thecubancanterbury.com

Contact

+44 1227 464464

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

3.60 (592 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 10 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 10 PM to 3 AM
  • Friday: 6 PM to 3 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 10 PM to 3 AM

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  • 1/5 Anna C. 2 years ago on Google
    The security guards are blatantly rude and discriminatory. My friends were pulled out of the club and accused of sneaking in through the back. Despite the fact that they clearly had stamps on their wrists, they were on the guest list and that we come to Cuban at least once a week, the security guard refused to believe them. Yesterday, one of the same friends who was accused of sneaking in was refused entry without any explanation. Another friend was told that he has been banned for something he did last week and, yet again, there was no further explanation. One of the security guards faced his back to us and kept saying ‘He knows what he did’. Although they have no proof that anyone in my group has done anything wrong they continuously choose to target people and make groundless accusations. We are a big group of people and we bring a lot of traffic to the club and we are treated with no respect. We are taking our business elsewhere.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Krishen B. 2 years ago on Google • 6 reviews
    It's fun maybe for like 20 minutes, after that it becomes overwhelming. So- "The Cuban" looks like it had a pretty great atmosphere from the entrance, which is why I decided to come in here. Problem is that you have to pay a £10 entry fee, so you basically should stay for at least 45 minutes to make it worthwhile. They also require your ID for proof of age, so bare that in mind if you look young. As for being inside the nightclub: It's loud- VERY loud. When I was ordering a diet coke I had to shout so I could be heard. I understand it's like a party, but the music doesn't need to be *that* loud, surely. My biggest concern with this nightclub was the fact that it looked like a covid breeding ground on the dance floor. Even though I'm fully vaccinated, I still didn't feel comfortable with people being up in my face. Personal space is still a thing as well! If you want to have a fun night out without the worry of heavy covid spreaders, and being able to actually hear yourself think, then I would recommend just looking at other midnight pubs instead. Had to give this place a try though. I just think if the staff could enforce a limited capacity and turn the music down, then I would rate this nightclub higher. Thank you for reading.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Lukas Kaas A. 2 years ago on Google
    I wish I could give 0 stars. Absolutely appalled by the behaviour of the security team. One of the bouncers insisted that me and my friend snuck through the back even though we had stamps and he was the one that checked my ID at the door. Only after taking me out of the club where I showed him his colleague who let me into the club did he let me back in.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Iain “Lain” F. 6 months ago on Google • 34 reviews
    Nice spot, there's an entrance fee and they take a copy of your ID, pretty standard these days unfortunately. Spacious inside with a smoking area. Nice dance floor. DJ and a good variety of spirits. Good club

  • 1/5 Hxas 5 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Delusional bouncers outside the front claiming students only when It’s not a student night only. Refused entry due to cocky bouncers £10 down for nothing, please get nicer bouncers that know how to do their job instead of lying to customers and treating them badly in future ( bouncer Lukas ) and another bald man with beard. Will not return again very disappointing

  • 4/5 Vania A. 2 years ago on Google
    I went to the Cuban last night 15/03/2022 and I want to thank the female staff for being absolutely wonderful to me. A man was dancing with his girlfriend when he shoved his hand up my dress I was disturbed by that, so I told my friends.Two female security workers talked to me about the situation and reassured me that the Cuban is a safe space so the guy would be told off and even though that guy was apparently a regular at the Cuban they barred him for his actions and I am so so thankful that they were did their jobs exceptionally and kept me and my friends safe. If you are seeing this thank you both for listening to me and not dismissing me you are wonderful.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Olivia Q. 2 years ago on Google
    Security team is stubborn and rude. My friends were not allowed into the club and were given no explanation. We go to Cuban regularly yet the bouncers were utterly disrespectful.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Poppie s. 1 year ago on Google
    New security are absolutely terrible. Are incredibly rude, wouldnt let a group of lads in that were out doing pub golf so were wearing multi colours and said its because of what they were wearing. Although few months back these lads would be in cuban every weekend no problem. And what they were wearing were fine. Then a fight happened due to a group of lads being knobs to girls. A girl stuck up for herself and of course she got grabbed and kicked out Tried tellingg one of the security who accused me of playing victim and spat in my face. 15 minutes later i see them same lads still in there.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sherman H. 9 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Absolutely shocking. I got kicked out for no reason. Happened about 30 minutes ago 2 bouncers called Richard and Miguel grabbed me and threw me out with no reason what so ever. They must have known someone in the club that wasn’t happy with how I was dressed or looked as they showed no remorse. Shocking establishment to treat their customers like that. Will be making my followers aware of the situation. Should be ashamed of yourselfs
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Brian K. 1 year ago on Google
    DONT visit this venue, bouncers are very aggressive even towards a simple conversation we were on a business trip where we would have spent a lot of money. 59year old client was refused entry with no ID Even though website states at management discretion clearly a power trip on nights that suit them
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Amanda K. 1 year ago on Google
    I went with a group of friends tonight (40 somethings) they went in and my son, who was our lift home wasn’t allowed in because he had cargos on… fine, so I wanted to go in and tell the others who had gone the new plan but the very arrogant big for his boots bouncer refused….. very obnoxious, they lost loads of revenue, we only wanted to let them know a change of pick up time! If management read this, it was an older guy with bad teeth…. Big mistake!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Barrett F. 8 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Party central! Good vibes loved the hostesses but I left my hat outside stupidly and it got snatched so don't bring a hat or maybe ask the hostess to store it instead of leaving it outside

  • 5/5 Alice C. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Cuban staff are the absolute best! I've never been to Cuban but i experienced my wallet getting stolen and traced a transaction to Cuban last night, I rushed to the place within an hour of receiving my bank's notification. I was very well taken care of, I explained my situation to security and they got the manager to help me. They handled everything very fast and super efficiently, through security cameras and ID scans, we found who stole and used my bank card within 15 min. Everything was handled smoothly and with care, they all knew what to do and the relief of getting my wallet back washed over me so soon after me getting to Cuban. Everyone who worked there was kind and considerate. I'm now encouraged to go to Cuban properly, as I imagine the experience is as lovely as the staff.

  • 1/5 Gina W. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Don't go to Cuban on certain nights like BED student night, unless you want to be crushed by too many people on the ground floor. Everyone was rude shoving people, elbowing, kicking and threats for fighting on the dance floor. Other people were falling over getting hurt. Awful night out.

  • 5/5 James W. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cool club. Not too crammed and plenty of nice outdoor space to chill.

  • 3/5 Manuela C-tin (. 1 year ago on Google
    Went in and out!On a Friday night 🌙 Empty bar!Nice touch with back garden! Least people hanging out there!

  • 1/5 Alison P. 11 months ago on Google
    My son went here and was searched inside the club - he did not refuse and gave bag to bouncers he had a box of matches in his bag since he smokes which was searched at entry and given the all clear, the bouncers then aggressively pulled my son out of his seat in a headlock punching him several times into the abdomen area and then hitting my sons girlfriend we will be pressing charges for this aggressive behaviour. There was no need and we have witnesses. My son did not resist at any give time therefore this is ABH/GBH. Avoid this place at all costs

  • 1/5 Daniel P. 10 months ago on Google
    Bouncers set a mate on me, suckapunched me and ran off. Police involved, everything said about the bouncers in these reviews are true. One of the owners watched this happen also!

  • 1/5 Glenn C. 1 year ago on Google
    Over £7 a pint, rude staff and a massive chav fest! Avoid.

  • 5/5 Anna K. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best clubs in Canterbury for a night out! Always has the latest hits on and the drinks are flowing! 🤩

  • 5/5 Kelli K. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic. Delish food. Friendly staff and banging atmosphere for the dj and dancing later in the evening. I will be going back

  • 1/5 Martin L. 1 year ago on Google
    All off us over 30, wanted ID for half of us, only had our bank cards on us, so got turned away, not very friendly, steer clear.

  • 5/5 Chrystal F. 1 year ago on Google
    The lady in the bathroom literally was the highlight of myself and my friends night!!! We went to Cuban on Saturday and she helped us so much without her Cuban wouldn’t have been as fun! That women seriously deserves a pay rise lol! Absolutely was the loveliest lady will not forget her! :)

  • 5/5 Emma C. 3 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Joanna is the biggest assets to the Cuban. Every single week, we get life advice from her. She provides us with lollipops and love every time we visit the toilet. I’ve been here since 2021 and seeing Joanna has always made our night at Cuban. Love Meg, Emma & Chloe x


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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